CyberFirst Bursary – Applications Opening September!

The CyberFirst Bursary Programme is returning, and expanding, for the 2026 academic year! Applications open in September 2025 – students from all backgrounds, with an interest in technology and cyber, are encouraged to apply. £4,000 per year tax-free 8+ weeks of...

From My Desk at CyberNorth: CAF v4.0 Changes the Game

As the Cyber Assessment Framework v4.0 is released, CyberNorth’s Lead for Cyber & FinTech, Jon Holden, gives his thoughts on why cyber security should be now front and centre for every business. Cybersecurity isn’t a static discipline—it’s a daily pressure...

Plans for Student Engagement in 2025

We’re excited to announce that student engagement will be a key focus of our activities in the skills area in the forthcoming academic year. Our aim is simple: to inspire, connect, and develop the next generation of cyber professionals through meaningful opportunities...

CyberNorth Powers Sector Growth with New Appointment

We are delighted to celebrate a key moment of further staff expansion in our mission to supercharge the North East cyber security community with the appointment of Helen Matthews as Delivery Manager – Skills. The further expansion forms part of our roadmap for...

July Newsletter

Welcome to our July newsletter. CyberNorth is working to support the growth and development of the whole cyber security community across the North East region. Find out more below and make sure you sign up so you don’t miss out on key events and fun activities! July...